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Discussion is circulating about a logo associated with the Department of War, the name given to the US defence department under the current administration's rebranding. The emblem's design is prompting comment and debate online about the symbolism and the department's renamed identity.

The US State Department says it is tracking reports of a suspected plague death in Russia. Details about the victim, the location, or confirmation of the disease have not been released, and it is not yet clear which form of plague is suspected. Officials say they are monitoring the situation as more information emerges.

Filip & Company has provided legal assistance to investment fund Mozaik Investments on its acquisition of several fitness centres, Business Review reports. The deal expands the fund's footprint in Romania's fitness and wellness market, with the law firm advising on the transaction's legal aspects. The report offers no details on the number of centres, the seller, or the financial terms of the agreement.

Lawmakers drafting new mental health legislation continue to clash over provisions allowing involuntary treatment for people in crisis. Supporters argue such measures are needed to reach people unable to recognize their own illness, while critics warn they threaten civil liberties and could deter voluntary care. No agreement has been reached as negotiations over the bill continue.

A Nature publication outlines a full-cycle approach to co-producing clinical trial research for eating disorder treatments, involving patients and clinicians throughout the research process. The paper argues that shared design and delivery can make trials more relevant and effective for those affected. It is being read as part of a broader push toward participatory methods in mental health research.

VCU Health is highlighting recent progress in heart failure treatments and care, drawing attention to newer therapies and management approaches for a condition that affects millions worldwide. The update underscores how improved medications, devices, and care strategies are changing outcomes for patients with heart failure.

Digital Science has appointed Charlesworth as its strategic sales partner for Altmetric and Dimensions in China's scholarly publishing sector. The deal gives Charlesworth responsibility for selling the two research analytics platforms to Chinese institutions and publishers, expanding Digital Science's commercial reach in one of the world's largest academic publishing markets. Details on the terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

A $120 million 'Future of Food' initiative has been announced, aimed at strengthening and improving the food science department, according to the Massachusetts Daily Collegian. The funding is intended to advance research and teaching in food science, though details on how the money will be allocated and over what timeline have not yet been fully laid out.

Farm equipment publication Future Farming is examining whether buying a used field robot makes financial sense for growers. As agricultural robotics moves from pilot projects to commercial use, farmers are weighing the lower upfront cost of second-hand units against concerns about wear, software support, battery life and warranty coverage on relatively new technology.

A new study reports that Chinese adolescents who perceive their parents as treating siblings unequally are more prone to internet addiction. Researchers found self-esteem mediates this link, while adolescents' perception of fairness moderates it, suggesting that how teens judge parental fairness shapes the psychological impact of differential treatment.